Alcohol and Drug Use Statistics in Hoboken, New Jersey
Hoboken is a city in Hudson County, which—like many areas of the United States—has experienced an increase in opioid use and opioid-related deaths since the late 1990s. Because of its close proximity to key distribution centers in New York and Philadelphia, New Jersey is a key drug shipment point, which creates a significant public health threat in the state.
Following are some additional facts about drug use in Hoboken and Hudson County:1, 2, 3
Traveling to and Within Hoboken, New Jersey
If you are considering rehab in Hoboken or planning to visit someone in a Hoboken treatment program, you will find Hoboken is easy to travel to and offers many attractions, in addition to being so close to New York City:
- Hoboken is close to several airports, including JFK, La Guardia, Newark, and New York Skyports Seaplane Base.
- For those flying into New York, Hoboken is easy to get to via bus, subway, or taxi.
- Hoboken is close to many major New York landmarks, including the Brooklyn Bridge and the Statue of Liberty.
- Hoboken is easily walkable and has a historic waterfront that ranks among the top 10 urban parks in the nation.
Resources
- Office of Planning, Research, Evaluation, Prevention and Olmstead. (2021, August). Substance Abuse Overview 2020 Hudson County.
- Drug Enforcement Administration. (2021, March). 2020 National Drug Threat Assessment. US Department of Justice.
- Crimegrade.org. (n.d.). Hoboken, NJ Drug-Related Crime Rates and Maps.